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Taranis vs XQ-58 Valkyrie

Kratos XQ-58 Valkyrie military drones side profile drawing
Specifications
Taranis XQ-58 Valkyrie
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer BAE Systems Kratos
First flight 10 August 2013 5 March 2019
Year introduced -- --
Number produced 1 units N/A
Average unit price $220 million $4 million
Wingspan 10.0 m 8.2 m
Length 4.0 m 9.1 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 1048 km/h
Operational range -- km 5,600 km
Service ceiling 12,192 m 14,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 2,722 kg
Empty weight -- kg 1,134 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 8 kN
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie is faster with a maximum speed of 1,048 km/h compared to the Taranis's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,048 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie has a longer range at 5,600 km compared to the Taranis's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie has a higher service ceiling at 14,000 meters (45,931 ft) compared to the Taranis's 12,192 meters (40,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,722 kg compared to the Taranis's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie is longer at 9.1 meters compared to the Taranis's 4.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Taranis or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The Taranis is more expensive at approximately $220 million per unit compared to the XQ-58 Valkyrie at $4.0 million.